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N898 RPG

1995 Honda CB250

Red Petrol 233cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,148 mi
Last recorded49,148 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
Typical for 1995 Honda CB25025,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN898 RPG
MakeHonda
ModelCB250
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine233cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 49,148 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 48,851 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 48,311 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 48,311 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 47,688 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 47,688 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 47,110 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 46,334 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 45,713 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 44,833 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 44,043 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 44,043 miles

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 43,421 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2011 42,629 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2010 41,851 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2010 41,851 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2009 41,152 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 Jun 2009 41,152 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 40,256 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 39,116 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 37,914 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Pass 11 May 2006 37,914 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB250?

Based on 27,783 MOT tests across 3,466 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
543
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
3,466
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 378
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 287
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Drive chain excessively loose 193
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 175
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N898 RPG is a 1995 Honda CB250 in Red with a 233cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 25,418 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda CB250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 378 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N898 RPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB250 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 31 years old, this Honda CB250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N898 RPG registered?

N898 RPG is a 1995 Honda CB250, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N898 RPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N898 RPG shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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